Fabrication and Installation Manual - Caesarstone

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Installation Instructions Preparing Base Units / Cabinets Ensure that cabinets are complete and satisfactorily installed. Verify that all cabinets are level. The tops of the cabinets must be flat and true within ¹⁄16” (1.5mm) over 18” (457mm). The cabinets should be affixed to each other and then secured to the back wall. In the case of a dishwasher, make sure that the surrounds of the opening of the counter will have sufficient support. The front edge of any countertop over a dishwasher should always be supported with material matching the installed cabinets to better match the kitchen. NOTE: If cabinets do not meet the minimum standards, the installer must notify the homeowner or project manager present at the jobsite prior to installation of tops. Support Below are some guidelines on installation, material, and type of supports: • CaesarStone must be supported on a strong perimeter frame. • Front-to-back support within the cabinet should be provided every 24”. Plan for front-to-back support strips 2.5”-wide (40mm–100mm) to coincide with cutouts and periodic support. Support must be provided under all countertop joints. NOTE: Support is required across the top of a dishwasher space and over an under-counter oven. Overhangs As a general guideline, support is required for overhangs of CaesarStone. The following guidelines are for standard cabinets 24” in depth: 2CM (¾”) 2CM (¾”) with 5⁄8” sub top 3CM (1¼”) MATERIAL SUPPORT REQUIRED Less than 8” (200mm) Less than 12” (300mm) Less than 16” (400mm) No additional support required. 8–16” (200–400mm) 12–20” (300–500mm) 16–24” (400–600mm) Brackets required at 24” (600mm) intervals. Over 16” (400mm) Over 24” (500mm) Over 24” (600mm) Legs, Columns or Panels required at 24” (600mm) intervals. Fitting • Space should always be allowed as CaesarStone needs room to expand. Each countertop requires at least ¹⁄8” at each wall for expansion and contraction. • When affixing the CaesarStone surface to the supports, use only dabs of flexible silicone 8–12” apart. Extra adhesive must be placed along all joints and cutouts. • Mechanical fasteners (screws, nails, etc.) must never be affixed directly onto CaesarStone. Through bolting is permitted. 20 Installation Instructions CaesarStone Fabrication and Installation Manual
Countertop Installation We only recommend the use of 100% silicone adhesive for affixing CaesarStone ® surfaces to cabinets and for all supports. Securing of Countertops • Fix top using dabs of silicone 8–12” apart. • Use extra silicone on all corners, joints and around all cutouts • Support is required on overhangs over 8” (200mm) for ¾” (2cm) thick slabs and 16” (400mm) on 1¼” (3cm) slabs. • Radius all inside corners on all cutouts. • Use color matched adhesives to join the seams. www.CaesarStoneUS.com • Do not undercut corners. • Allow room for expansion between tops and walls. • All cabinets must be leveled and supported prior to the installation of the tops. • If the cabinets are on adjustable legs, please ensure that all legs are evenly tensioned to prevent any movement. Installation Instructions 21
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Page 3 and 4: Contents Introduction 2 Fact Sheets
Page 5 and 6: Safety Guidelines CaesarStone has a
Page 7 and 8: Visual Slab Inspection Performing a
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